A hidden gem off the beaten path of central Bangkok. If you're looking to live amongst the locals for a few days and try their cuisine in a very quiet village, this is the place for you. Joe and his family are extremely welcoming. His mother is one of the sweetest and kindest 72 year old's I have had the pleasure to meet, and she makes the biggest and best authentic Thai cuisine breakfast portions that you will have in Bangkok. I also tried a few local restaurants and enjoyed the "everything" soup. Any issue was dealt with, even if not requested, from negotiating taxis well below standard fare, to Wifi router replacement. The flat is cleaned daily by sister Joom, also a very sweet person. I recommend walking around the tiny alleys around the canals. If you look like me, you will stand out, but not in a negative way. Locals called me "Lao", I do not know what it means, but it was said in a very happy tone. Be careful to get out of the way of the motos negotiating the narrow streets. Many families in the area and school kids feeding the the thousands of fish in the canal. Once its dark, which is around 6pm, there is not a sound other than the fish jumping. Thank you Joe, for the experience, it will be remembered with fondness.